Hey guys, I just wanted to thank you all for your wonderful comments about Coach. I realize this is a mind wondering thing...Coach retiring. It's kind of like the time he sold his truck, "Ole Blue". I thought he'd get rid of me (I'd be married) before he sold that truck! Well guys, truth be told, he loved each one of you heart and soul. But, as he said, "it's time he starts thinking of someone else." Basketball will always have a special place in his heart and so will you, but his little granddaughter deserves him for a while too.

 

Watching him turn you (or some of you) from mouthy boys to honorable men of character in three or four short years was my favorite part. Many of you became my "adopted brothers". I loved being in a crowd and someone asking me how many siblings I had. To see their eyes get big when I often said "20 or so..." was awesome. some learned to ask me how many biological brothers I had instead.

 

Aww...And my guys from Pineville. You have a very special place in my heart. (not that I don't love the rest of you...) You all taught me the difference between southern guys and northern guys. You taught me to EXPECT to be treated like a lady. You taught me that being told I can't do something, doesn't mean I won't be able to do it later if I'm determined and have enough heart. You taught me that scars don't always matter to guys and that it's okay to wear a two piece that shows my heart surgery scars instead of hiding them under (I believe it was William that called them) "old lady swimsuits." You were there for me when I didn't want to go through with my last heart surgery. (William especially.) You taught me the meaning of family beyond biological definitions. You came and watched me play the first year after my heart surgery, even locking dad in the locker room at times the year before to just let me shot and "be normal" during a not so normal year. You taught me to be bold in my faith and not to let anyone tell me I shouldn't be just because I'm on school property. You talked to me as though my opinion mattered when I was 4 and 5 yrs younger at times.

 

All of you (from every school) mean a great deal to me. I will miss the games but reunions will be sweet! Please don't hesitate to call. You are and always will be family. Coach still talks about a lot of you. Be it when a lesson needs taught or in random conversation.

 

Thank You All for your hard work and dedication to bettering yourselves not only on the court but MOSTLY off the court!

 

Thanks:

Williamstown

Allen County

Bullitt County

Pineville (Go Mtn. Lions!) (Rest In Peace William Cox)

Ashland (Go Tomcats!)

Carroll Co

 

With Love, Your little Sis/"little buddy",

Ash

 

 

:dancingpa Happy Retirement Dad! :dancingpa

:thumb::thumb::Absolutely GREAT POST Ky Sweet Heart!!

 

and.......Welcome to BGP!! :thumb:

Your 3rd post and you have gotten me emotional :cry::thumb:. Again beautiful thoughts and post thank you for sharing.

 

I want to nominate this one for a BGP Classic!!!

This is a wonderful tribute to your father. Sometimes we forget that basketball is about more than just wins and losses.

Any Dad would be very proud to have a girl like you, awsome post, keep on wearing those two-piece swim suits with pride. I met your family once and IMO all you say here is true.

Excellent Post!

This is a wonderful tribute to your father. Sometimes we forget that basketball is about more than just wins and losses.

 

:thumb: "It's not all about the X's and O's, it's about the Jimmy's and Joe's"

Thanks Ash. from an Ashland Tomcat. I enjoyed working with him and calling him OLD.

Great post. Wish the best for your Dad and family in his retirement.